India's Golden Triangle, Tigers & Far East Cruise: Grand Voyage!

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Prices start from : £ 5,929
Travel between : 12 Nov 25 and 12 Nov 25
Board Basis : As per Itinerary
Duration : 26 nights
Book by : 30 Jun 24
Includes : Return flights from London Heathrow with British Airways
4 Night stay at The Grand Orion - Kailash Colony in a Double Room - Deluxe with Bed & Breakfast
3 Nights stay at Regenta Palace in a Double Room - Standard with Bed & Breakfast
1 Night stay at PLPalace in a Double Room - Deluxe with Bed & Breakfast
2 Nights stay at Ranthambhore Heritage Haveli in a Double Room - Deluxe on Full Board
2 Nights stay at Arya Niwas in a Double Room - Deluxe with Bed & Breakfast
1 Night stay at The Grand Orion - Kailash Colony in a Double Room - Deluxe with Bed & Breakfast
1 Night stay at The Ambassador, Mumbai in a Superior Room - Double with Bed & Breakfast
13 Night stay Celebrity Millenium Cruise Package Including Classic drinks Package Cabin Category V2
All Transfer, sightseeing and excursion mentioned by Air-Conditioned Car with our Representative
Cycle Rickshaw ride in Old Delhi
02 Game drive in Ranthambore National Park by Non A/C Open Sharing Jeep
Jeep ride at Amber Fort in Jaipur
Train tickets for Delhi - Shimla - Delhi by Executive Class - top class in the train
Toy Train tickets for Kalka - Shimla Himalayan Railway in Chair car class
Entrance fee for the Monument
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Detailed Itinerary

Highlights: Delhi - Shimla - Agra - Ranthambore - Jaipur - Mumbai -  Goa - Sri Lanka - Phuket - Penang - Kuala Lumpur -  Singapore


Hotels featured:
✅Delhi - The Grand Orion
✅Shimla - Regenta Palace
✅Agra - P.L Palace
✅Ranthambore - Ranthambhore Heritage Haveli
✅Jaipur - Arya Niwas
✅Mumbai - The Ambassador


Cruise - Celebrity Millennium cruise


Itinerary:
Thu 13 Nov 25 - Delhi
0845 Hrs: Arrive Delhi airport
Upon arrival at Delhi airport meet and assist by our representative and transfer to Hotel 1400 hrs: Standard check in time
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel


Fri 14 Nov 25 - Delhi to Kalka by train Shatabadi Express: 0740- 1140 Hrs
Kalka to Shimla by toy train: 1155 1645 Hrs
Early morning our representative meet you at Hotel lobby and transfer to New Delhi railway station in time to board train for Kalka.
1140 Hrs: Arrive at Kalka
Upon arrival at Kalka railway station board the toy train to Shimla (non air-conditioned)Toy train offers the charm of old-world travel amidst lofty pines and lush green, misty mountains. Laid out on a 96 km long narrow gauge track that passes through 103 tunnels and across more than 800 bridges and viaducts, it is one of the most beautiful hill railways in India.
It was considered the crown jewel of the Indian National Railways during British times.
1645 Hrs: Arrive at Shimla
Upon arrival meet & assist at the railway station and transfer to Hotel
Shimla. The ambience of this hill city attracted the British so much that it seemed justifiable to shift the complete administration of an Empire from Calcutta to Shimla every summer because of its colonial charm, - and cooler air.
Overnight stay at Hotel


Sat 15 Nov 25 - Shimla
After breakfast proceed to visit Viceregal Lodge Indian Institute of Advanced Study:- The site for Viceregal Lodge was selected by Lord Lytton the Viceroy of India between 1876 -1880. The Viceregal Lodge, also known a Rashtrapati Niwas is located on the Observatory Hill of Shima. It was formerly the residency of the British Viceroy of India. It was designed by British architect Hendry Irwin and built in the Jacobe than style during the regime of Lord Dufferin. Its construction stared in 1880 and completed in 1888.
Jhaku Temple/ Hill (2455 Mts.): This is the town's highest peak and a vantage point for Shimla's famous views. The summit is crowned with a temple dedicated to monkey God Hanuman. This also offers a very good view of the Shimla with snow capped mountains. One legend goes that Lord Hanuman stopped there to rest while he was searching for the SanjivniBooti to revive Lakshman in the Epic Ramayana.
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel


Sun 16 Nov 25 - Shimla
Full day excursion to Kufri and Fagu and Overnight stay at the Hotel
Mon 17 Nov 25 - Shimla to Chandigarh by surface (Approx. 120 Kms, 4 Hrs)
Chandigarh to Delhi by train 1823-2150 Hrs
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Shimla to Chandigarh railway station to board train for Delhi
2150 Hrs: Arrive New Delhi railway station
Upon arrival at New Delhi railway station transfer to Hotel
Overnight stay at Hotel


Tue 18 Nov 25 - Delhi
After breakfast, proceed for a full day tour of Old & New Delhi.
Old Delhi visiting Raj Ghat which is located on the banks of the river Yamuna, This is Mahatma Gandhis Memorial, where he was cremated following his assassination in January 1948. The memorial lies in the midst of landscaped gardens and made of a simple square platform of black marble inscribed with his last words Hey Ram.
Drive pass Red Fort the 17th century imposing fortress built in red sandstone is surrounded by a huge boundary wall 33m high. Inside are exquisite palaces and beautiful gardens. Humayuns Tomb Humayuns Tomb, Delhi is the first of the grand dynastic mausoleums that were to become synonyms of Mughal architecture with the architectural style reaching its zenith 80 years later at the later Taj Mahal. Humayuns Tomb stands within a complex of 27.04ha. that includes other contemporary, 16th century Mughal garden-tombs such as NilaGumbad, Isa Khan, Bu Halima, Afsarwala, Barbers Tomb and the complex where the craftsmen employed for the Building of Humayuns Tomb.
Qutub Minar the landmark of Delhi, a huge tower of victory started in 1199 and completed in 1368. The Minar is 72.5m high with a diameter at the base 14.4m and 2.7m at the top. Later proceed to Rashtrapati Bhawan (Drive Pass) once the Viceroys residence and now the official residence of the President of India. Designed by Lutyens, it combines Western and Eastern styles the dome reflects the Buddhist stupa, the chhattris Hindu and the graceful colonnades
very British. It has 340 rooms.
The India Gate commemorates the 70,000 Indian soldiers who died in the 1st world war.
13516 names of British and Indian soldiers killed in the Afghan War of 1919 are engraved on the arch and foundations. Under the arch, glows the Amar Jawan Jyoti flame commemoratingIndian armed forces losses in the Indo-Pakistan war of 1971.
Overnight at the hotel.


Wed 19 Nov 25 - Delhi to Agra by surface (Approx. 210 Kms, 4 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Delhi to Agra - medieval city on the banks of the Yamuna River. It was founded by Sultan Sikandar Lodi in the year 1506. Agra achieved fame as the capital of the Mughal emperors from 1526 to 1658 and remains a major tourist destination because of its many splendid Mughal-era buildings. Most notably the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and Fatehpur Sikri, all three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Upon arrival at Agra, check in at Hotel
Afternoon proceed to visit the iconic Taj Mahal which was built in white marble by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum for his beloved queen. The building is a universal symbol of love and a superb example of Muslim art in India. Its intricate paintings, motifs, calligraphy, floor tiling and marble work are exceptionally beautiful.
Please note: The area around the Taj Mahal is a protected area and vehicle parking is approximately 1 km away from the monument. You will then travel in electric vehicles to the main gate. Agra Fort Agra Fort was originally a brick fort and the Chauhan Rajputs held it. It was mentioned for the first time in 1080 AD when a Ghaznavide force captured it. Sikandar Lodi(1487-1517) was the first Sultan of Delhi who shifted to Agra and lived in the fort. He governed the country from here and Agra assumed the importance of the second capital. He died in the fort in 1517 and his son, Ibrahim Lodi, held it for nine years until he was defeated and killed at Panipat in 1526. He built several palaces, wells and a mosque in the fort during his period.
Overnight stay at Hotel.


Thu 20 Nov 25 - Agra to Bharatpur by surface
Bharatpur to Sawai Madhopur by train 1450-1713 Hrs
Sawai Madhopur to Ranthambore by surface
After breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Bharatpur railway station in time to board train for Sawai Madhopur
1130 Hrs: Visit Fatehpur Sikri - which is a beautiful and deserted medieval city, built by Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great in the 16th century to serve as the capital of his vast empire. It was mysteriously abandoned 13 years later. Today, it is perfectly preserved as a ghost city built at the height of the empires splendor.
After sightseeing of Fatehpur Sikri drop at Bharatpur railway station (Approx. 1400 Hrs) to board the train for Sawai Madhopur
1713 Hrs: Arrive Sawai Madhopur railway station and drive to Ranthambore - one of the finest tiger reserves and one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Ranthambore was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1955 and became part of Project Tiger in 1973. This park is famous for its tigers and is one of the best places in the country to see these majestic predators in the wild. The Park, which covers an area of nearly 400 sq. km. and is set between the Aravali
and Vindhyaranges. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India.
Upon arrival at Ranthambore, check in at Hotel
Overnight stay at Hotel
Fri 21 Nov 25 - Ranthambore
Morning and afternoon enjoy jungle safaris by open shared jeep
Overnight stay at Hotel


Sat 22 Nov 25 - Ranthambore to Jaipur by surface (Approx. 180 kms / 4 Hrs)
Today after breakfast checkout from hotel and drive to Jaipur - Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh - II, the ruler of Amber, Jaipur was the first
planned city in India. This town is also referred as Pink city for the colour of buildings in its wonderful old city.
Upon arrival at Jaipur, check in at Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel
Sun 23 Nov 25 - Jaipur
After breakfast, proceed to visit Amber Fort situated 130m high with the Aravalli hills around and 11kms north of Jaipur. Amber Fort is known for its artistic style elements. With its large ramparts and series of gates and cobbled paths, the fort overlooks Maota Lake, which is the main source of water for the Amber Palace.


Afternoon visit the The Maharajahs City Palace A delightful blend of Mughal and traditional Rajasthani architecture, the City Palace sprawls over one- seventh of the area in thewalled city. It houses Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum.


Jantar Mantar This is the largest and best preserved of the five Observatories built by JaiSingh II in different parts of the country.
Hawa Mahal The ornamental facade of this Palace of Winds is a landmark in Jaipur. Its storey structure of pink sandstone encrusted with fine tellies work and balconies has 953inches and windows. It was built in 1799 by Pratap Singh and was a royal grandstand for palace women.
Johari Bazaar The main bazaar is in the old city for jewellery and saris.
Overnight at the Hotel.


Mon 24 Nov 25 - Jaipur to Delhi by surface (Approx. 258 Kms, 6 Hrs)
After breakfast check out from Hotel and drive from Jaipur to Delhi
Upon arrival at Delhi, check in at Hotel for an Overnight stay


Tue 25 Nov 25 - Delhi to Mumbai by flight
Transfer from Hotel to Delhi airport in time to board flight for Mumbai1055 Hrs: Arrive Mumbai
Upon arrival at Mumbai airport transfer to Hotel
Rest of the day at leisure and Overnight stay at Hotel


Wed 26 Nov 25 - Mumbai
After breakfast proceed to visit Gateway of India built to commemorate the visit of King George-V and Queen Mary to Mumbai. The foundation stone was laid in 1911 and was completed in 1920.
Mani Bhawan - Father of Nation Mahatma Gandhi used to stay here during his visit to Mumbai
Hanging Gardens - terraced gardens perched at the top of Malabar Hill, on its western side.
They provide lovely sunset views over the Arabian Sea and feature numerous hedges carved into the shapes of animals. The park was laid out in 1881 over Mumbai's main reservoir, some say to cover the water from the potentially contaminating activity of the nearby Towers of silence.
Dhobi Ghat is a well known open air laundromat in Mumbai. The washers, locally known a Dhobis, work in the open to wash the clothes.
Marine Drive - also known as the Queen's Necklace is a 3 Kms long boulevard in SouthMumbai. It is also the world's largest viewing gallery and hence has been a host to a number of events that take place along the promenade.
Transfer to Green Gate to board cruise


Prices & Departures:
Deposit £570pp
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